Challenging what it describes as the “Scholastic Book Fair monopoly,” PragerU is launching a kids’ book fair that it says will give parents greater visibility into the content their children are exposed to.
According to an April 14 press release, the book fair emphasizes themes of faith, family, and freedom.
Designed for K-12 students, the book fair features 16 different titles and is paired with videos and extended lesson plans. The release said the PragerU Book Fair also delivers educational content directly to classrooms and libraries. Materials include series such as “Trailblazers of America,” which is focused on historical figures, and titles on financial literacy and practical life skills.
PragerU said the initiative is intended to offer an alternative to existing book fairs, which it said produce a “pipeline of woke content,” such as the book “Melissa,” authored by Alex Gino, which encourages young readers to question their biological identity.
Marissa Streit, CEO of PragerU said in the release that the program offers parents an “alternative they can trust,” emphasizing its focus on traditional American values.
“PragerU Kids Book Fairs offer a wholesome and patriotic option to celebrate the principles that shaped our country, all the while encouraging a real love of learning,” Streit said.
The launch comes as parents nationwide seek a greater role in their children’s education and more oversight of classroom materials, according to the release. Parents can request that their schools and libraries host a PragerU Book Fair free of charge.